Reward Manager

Imerys; Paris; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Imerys is seeking a Reward Manager to support the Group Total Reward function with a focus on senior management populations. The role handles executive compensation processes, coordinates Long-Term Incentive grants, and oversees Global Benefits governance, ensuring high-quality support to HR and business stakeholders on reward matters.

The position contributes to developing and implementing competitive reward programs aligned with Imerys’ global Reward strategy, requiring strong analytical

Qualifications

• Degree in HR, Management, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years in compensation & benefits, with exec comp or global benefits exposure.
• Experience with job evaluation methods and market surveys.
• Fluent in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Manage annual compensation review processes for senior managers.
• Coordinate LTI grant cycles and related communications.
• Ensure governance deliverables and compliance for reward programs.
• Prepare reporting and analytics for senior stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Discretion

Communication skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in HR, Management, Finance, or related field

Tools

Google Suite

Excel

Job description

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The Position

Reward Manager

Job Summary

Position Summary

The Reward Manager supports the Group Total Reward function with a specific focus on senior management populations. The role is responsible for managing executive compensation processes, coordinating Long-Term Incentive (LTI) grants, overseeing Global Benefits governance, and ensuring high-quality support to HR and business stakeholders on reward matters. The position contributes to the development, governance, and implementation of competitive and compliant reward programs aligned with Imerys’ global Reward strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Executive Compensation & Senior Manager RewardsManage annual compensation review processes for Senior Managers (salary review, bonuses, internal equity checks, benchmarking support).
• Prepare compensation proposals and analysis for senior management hiring, promotions, and retention cases.
• Maintain and update senior management reward frameworks, ensuring internal consistency and competitiveness.
• Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program ManagementCoordinate annual LTI grant cycles: envelope definition, population eligibility, data validation, documentation, communication materials.
• Act as point of contact for HR and managers for all LTI-related queries (performance conditions, vesting schedules, plan rules).
• Support governance deliverables (RemCo materials, simulations, modelling) when required.
• Collaborate closely with the IM Manager who oversees vesting operations and ongoing LTI administration.
• Global Benefits ManagementSupport the design, harmonization, and governance of global benefits programs (pensions, health, protection, mobility).
• Work with local HR teams and external providers to ensure benefit plans are aligned with Group standards and market practice.
• Track compliance, cost evolution, and risk exposure across countries.
• Contribute to global benefit policy updates and communication.
• Reward Governance & ReportingContribute to the preparation of materials for Group governance (Executive Committee, Remuneration Committee, CSRD-related deliverables).
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, legal requirements, and best practices in compensation & benefits.
• Prepare reporting and analytics for senior stakeholders (reward dashboards, cost simulations, KPI follow-up).
• Support audits, controls, and documentation of reward processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Human Resources, Management, Finance, or a related field3-5 years of experience in compensation & benefits, ideally with exposure to executive compensation or global benefits.
• Solid experience with job evaluation methods, market survey.
• Experience in benefits pooling and international regulatory compliance with a French listed company.

Skills & Person Specification

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; comfort with Google suite, Excel and reward modelling.
• Ability to manage sensitive information and interact with senior stakeholders with discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Strong client-focused orientation, demonstrating a commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
• Organized and structured, able to maintain order and efficiency in a dynamic work environment.
• Agile and adaptable, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple parallel projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and delivering quality resultsFluent both in English and French.
• Imerys Leadership Competencies: Care for Self & Others, Commit to Customers, Collaborate for Success, Drive Results, Shape the Future

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

IMERYS is an Affrimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.